Administrative Staff

Joshua Wilson

School Director

Joshua Wilson brings with him 19 years of experience working in schools, including as a Waldorf school administrator, pedagogical director, development director, teacher, and administrator. In 2007, he co-founded Escuela Caracol, Guatemala’s first Waldorf school and the most established Waldorf school in Central America. Joshua carries a deep commitment to Waldorf education with experience as both a teacher and an administrator and he was particularly drawn to Camellia because of its emphasis on collaboration, relationships, and diversity. His experience, ideas, administrative skills, cross-cultural experiences, and commitment to faculty-led education have brought him to Camellia, and he is particularly moved by the deep love and commitment that the community has for the school. Joshua is excited to collaborate and be a part of shaping the future of Camellia Waldorf School.

Committees: Leadership, Board of Trustees and Finance

Mr. Wilson joined Camellia in 2021 and is a Camellia parent and alumni parent.

Contact Joshua Wilson: jwilson@camelliawaldorf.org

Janna Nygren

Jenny Woods

Director of Admissions & Advancement

Jenny Woods considers Camellia her second home and brings a bright smile and a “can-do” attitude to the school. She brings with her a great deal of nonprofit experience that includes fundraising, grant writing, and event planning. She’s also well-versed in the ever-changing world of social media and marketing. A Sacramento native, Jenny has an associate's degree in social science from Sacramento City College and formally studied early childhood education and women’s studies at California State University Sacramento. Jenny loves being a mom to three boys and when not at Camellia or with her family, she is a maker, loving to paint, draw, sew, garden, and read.

Jenny has been a Camellia parent since 2010 and is also an alumni parent of two. She began working with Camellia in 2015 and joined the administrative staff in 2019.

Committees: Advancement, Student Support, Building and Grounds

Contact Jenny Woods: jwoods@camelliawaldorf.org

Celina Deitchman

Administrative Coordinator & Extended Care Supervisor

Celina Deitchman received her BA in Performing Arts & Social Justice from the University of San Francisco. She has an eclectic array of experience as an educator that spans over ten years. Before taking a break from the professional world to be a full-time mom, Celina was a Summer Program Director for a STEM summer camp in the Bay Area. She also has experience teaching theater, cooking and various roles in the school and camp settings as well as aboard a tall ship.

Celina enjoys cooking and exploring the outdoors with her family. She also loves to dance and attend live performances of all varieties.

Committees: Concerts and Assemblies

Celina is a Camellia parent and joined the Camellia staff in 2021.

Contact Celina Deitchman: cdeitchman@camelliawaldorf.org

Director of Operations

Janna Nygren has a bachelor’s degree in American studies from the University of Hawaii Manoa and has formally studied early childhood education. She has more than 20 years of experience working with children of all ages and has been a preschool teacher, special education classroom aide, and mentoring program coordinator. Janna has also worked with non-profit organizations as a program coordinator and grant writer. Her passion for working with children paired with her administrative skills have made her well-suited to the many responsibilities of her position at Camellia.

Janna has been a Camellia parent for more than 10 years, is a parent, alumni parent, and is delighted to be of service to the community. She joined the Camellia staff in 2016.

Committees: Festivals and Ceremonies, Building and Grounds, Hiring Search

Contact Janna Nygren: jnygren@camelliawaldorf.org

Basira Borer

Student Accounts & Advancement Coordinator

Basira Borer loves her time at Camellia and is thrilled to work with the administrative team, sharing her many talents and skills. Basira brings with her years of property management, a wealth of administrative experience, event planning, and strong organizational skills. Her kind nature, attention to detail, and deep love of Camellia make her an enthusiastic team member, ready to do whatever is needed to make Camellia shine. Basira works directly with our Admissions and Advancement Manager, Jenny Woods, overseeing Student Accounts, and supporting admissions and fundraising efforts.

Basira is a current Camellia parent and joined the Camellia staff in 2022.

Contact Basira Borer: BBorer@camelliawaldorf.org

John Garcia

Custodian & Groundskeeper

With over 40 years of custodial and maintenance experience, John brings exceptional skill and care to maintaining our campus. His attention to detail and organization ensure that Camellia’s classrooms, grounds and community spaces are clean, orderly and welcoming for all.

Before joining Camellia, John served as a porter at Sacramento Waldorf School and as head custodian and maintenance lead at Jesuit High School and within the San Juan Unified School District. His deep familiarity with school environments, especially with Waldorf education experience, makes him the perfect person to lovingly tend to our campus.

John’s commitment and craftsmanship reflect the heart of Camellia: a special place where care, beauty and community shine through in every detail.

Mr. Garcia joined the administrative team in 2025

Contact John Garcia: jgarcia@camelliawaldorf.org